Marking 80 years of innovation,
www.ogpnet.com Optical Gaging Products (OGP), a division of
www.qvii.com Quality Vision International Inc (QVI), is a global leader in optical and precision multi-sensor metrology systems. Founded in 1945, the company has been at the forefront of industrial quality control, pioneering technologies that have redefined the standards of dimensional measurement.
From its early days producing optical comparators in the post-war era, OGP quickly established itself as a leading innovator. In 1956, it introduced Projectron, the world’s first electronic edge detection system — an early foray into electro-optical image sensing. This spirit of innovation continued into the 1980s with the launch of the Vidicom Qualifier, the first computer-controlled automatic video measuring system.
The 1990s saw the debut of the IQ-2000, a groundbreaking platform that integrated video, laser, and tactile sensors into a single multisensor system, paving the way for the now-iconic SmartScope series. Today, the SmartScope M-Series, featuring the patented IntelliCentric-M Optical system, represents the pinnacle of 3-D multi-sensor metrology, delivering unmatched accuracy and repeatability.
Leader in diensional metrologyKeith Polidor, OGP’s third-generation president and CEO, said: “We are extremely proud of our longstanding legacy as a leader in dimensional metrology. Our mission has always been to provide innovative optical and multi-sensor solutions to the world’s precision measurement needs, and to be our customer’s first choice to solve their challenging dimensional metrology requirements. We achieve this by remaining steadfast in delivering leading innovation and unparalleled service, driven by the dedication of our employees and the support of our partners.”
With more than 90 patents to its name, OGP’s contributions have left an indelible mark on industries ranging from consumer electronics and automotive to aerospace and energy. Its systems are trusted by manufacturers worldwide to ensure the quality of components in everything from smartphones and electric vehicles to commercial spacecraft and fusion energy technologies. The company’s vertically integrated operations — spanning optics, engineering, software, and manufacturing — have been key to its sustained success and global reach.
As OGP celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2025, it does so with an eye on the future, continuing to develop practical solutions for the most demanding measurement challenges. R. Stephen Flynn, president of OGP, said: “OGP has helped thousands of manufacturers around the world achieve confidence in their quality programmes using OGP systems.
“We are an international company with subsidiary offices in multiple countries, and channel partners covering every industrialised corner of the globe to support our growing list of customers on a local basis. During our anniversary celebration, we recognise and celebrate our channel partners and employees for being such an integral part of our success over these 80 years.”
With a legacy built on precision, innovation, and customer commitment, OGP continues to shape the future of metrology — one measurement at a time.